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  1. Letters of Recommendation

    If you’re planning to apply for graduate school, it’s important to think ahead of time about who might write your letters of recommendation. If you want to ask your Rivet School College Coach, you should make a list of examples from projects that ...
  2. SMART Career Goals

    Start creating your career plan by setting SMART career goals. SMART stands for: Specific: Is the goal well-defined/clear? M easurable: How will I know when I’ve reached the goal? Attainable: Do I have the skills and resources to reach ...
  3. Career Visioning Activity

    In this exercise, you’ll reflect on what you value in a career and how your personality and preferences might help you make important career decisions. Career Drivers Career drivers are the things that drive us in our work. Rank these drivers ...
  4. Other FAQ

    Which competencies are required for each concentration? BA in Communications + Business BA in Communications + Healthcare BA in Healthcare Management + Communications BA in Healthcare Management + Global Healthcare Perspectives BA...
  5. How can I supplement my degree?

    If your prior experience and current job isn’t aligned to your career goals, there are many ways to supplement your degree and bridge the gap between where you’re at in your career and where you want to be. Here are some suggestions: Network wi...
  6. What should I consider before choosing my major?

    Before making this choice, you should consider several factors: 1) your interests and passions 2) your skills and strengths and 3) your career goals and aspirations. Take the time to reflect and remember that it's okay to seek advice from family, ...
  7. How important is my major?

    Choosing your major is a significant milestone in your academic journey, as it determines the specialized content you’ll learn and lays the groundwork for potential career paths. It allows you to dive deep into a particular field of interest, gain...
  8. Riveter Professional Skills

    As you work towards your degree with the support of Rivet School, you are gaining valuable skills that go beyond academics. You’re gaining the ability to collaborate online, receive and respond to feedback, and present information in a clear and l...
  9. Roadtrip Nation

    Are you feeling lost thinking about your career? Roadtrip Nation has a library of career-related documentaries and series you can watch to inspire and motivate you. They also offer a free online course to help you discover your interests and...
  10. Career Exposure

    You don't know what you don't know, but we're here to help! When you’re trying to select a career goal, an important question to ask yourself is, “what careers am I familiar with?” You might be familiar because of your family members, friends, peo...